Bargains

REI skips Black Friday and encourages others to enjoy the indoors instead of shopping

Rita R. Robison / November 22, 2018

For the fourth year this Black Friday, REI Co-op will close its 153 stores, process no online payments, and pay […]

Happy Thanksgiving

Rita R. Robison / November 22, 2018

Best wishes to you and your loved ones on Thanksgiving. I’m fortunate that I’m able to spend time with my

Top 10 stores for Cyber Monday shopping

Rita R. Robison / November 21, 2018

Cyber Monday isn't just for Black Friday leftovers. Some of the year's best sales will take place on Monday, Nov. 26. So,

Tips for Black Friday shopping

Rita R. Robison / November 19, 2018

When I went to the mall the other day, I saw Macy's had some pre-Black Friday sales. Unfortunately, the jacket

How to buy a used car on Labor Day weekend

Rita R. Robison / September 1, 2018

The Labor Day holiday weekend can be one of the best times of the year to shop for a new

What are the best buys at the Labor Day sales this year?

Rita R. Robison / August 30, 2018

Summer’s coming to an end and parents and kids are busy with back-to-school shopping. What are the best deals for

Are you ready for back-to-school shopping?

Rita R. Robison / July 26, 2018

It’s hard to believe, but August is almost here, and soon kids will be headed back to school. To help

Facts and figures for Father’s Day 2018

Rita R. Robison / June 15, 2018

What are your plans for Father's Day this year? Will you be taking your dad out to dinner or buying

Good deals for Father’s Day 2018

Rita R. Robison / June 15, 2018

Not sure what to get for your dad for Father’s Day? Here are some suggestions from DealNews.com: TVs In the

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Look for bargains in May on mattresses, appliances, spring clothing, cookware, bedding, and more.

2. Be careful of fees when you use buy now, pay later for purchases.

3. Take a look at these financial terms that people don’t understand, which are costing them nearly $1,000 a year.

4. Spruce up your finances for spring with these tips.

5. Be sure to understand the new requirements for realtor fees because a settlement with realtors hasn’t resulted in the savings expected.

6. Take a look on these details on how Amazon bullies companies in to increasing prices, which costs people more.

7. Beware of debt relief companies that use false claims and charge illegal upfront fees.

8. Be aware Party City is making a comeback by launching inside Staples locations.

9. Pick YouTube TV for live sports and simplicity, or Hulu if you want an all-in-one replacement for both cable and streaming, if you’re trying to decide between the two.

10. Be aware Whirlpool has agreed to a class action settlement to resolve claims that certain refrigerators it manufactured are defective.

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